UV curable inks are commonly used in the optical fiber industry for various purposes, including color coding the fibers and providing protection against decomposition caused by cable gels. These inks are designed to be cured instantly using UV light, which offers several benefits such as high print quality, adhesion, scratch resistance, and light fastness. UV-curable inks for optical fibers typically consist of UV-curable prepolymers and coloring materials.
MAG Plastics offers a range of UV-curable optical fiber inks in twelve different colors, including blue, orange, green, brown, slate, white, red, black, yellow, violet, pink, and aqua. These colors are in accordance with the Munsell color-order system, and customized colors are also available upon request.
These inks are not only used in the optical fiber industry but also find applications in other fields such as flexographic printing, signage, personalization, and backlit films. The use of these inks offers benefits over other alternatives, including instant curing, high print quality, resistance to fading, and eco-friendliness . These inks can be used on a wide variety of substrates, including acrylics, styrene, foam boards, vinyl, and more.
UV-curable inks for optical fibers are typically cured using UV light, which induces a chemical reaction that solidifies the ink instantly. This curing method eliminates the need for extra coatings and ensures that the ink remains steadfast on the surface, reducing the possibility of smudging. These inks also exhibit impressive resilience against weather conditions and resistance to fading.
In summary, these inks are widely used in the optical fiber industry for color coding and protection purposes. These inks offer benefits such as instant curing, high print quality, and resistance to fading. MAG Plastics offers a range of UV-curable optical fiber inks in various colors, and customized colors are also available. These inks find applications in other industries as well, offering advantages such as eco-friendliness and versatility in printing on different substrates.